University Park Elementary vs West Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
University Park Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
361 students
West Valley High School
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 9–12
782 students
| Measure | University Park Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska | West Valley High School Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 159 | #19 of 49 |
| National rank | #23725 of 50,301 | #8610 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 361 | 782 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 782 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36% | 21.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 39% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 49.2).
- •University Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 41%).
- •West Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 36%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 19.1).
- •West Valley High School is the larger school with 782 students compared with 361.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is University Park Elementary better than West Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), University Park Elementary ranks higher (52.1 vs 49.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are University Park Elementary and West Valley High School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
University Park Elementary: 361. West Valley High School: 782. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do University Park Elementary and West Valley High School rank in Alaska?
University Park Elementary is 80th of 159 and West Valley High School is 19th of 49 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).